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District proposes lowering Sam Yero Continuation School credit requirement to 180 to boost graduation rates
Summary
Staff presented a tiered credit model that would keep comprehensive high schools at 230 credits, set Sam Yero Continuation School at 180 credits and keep the adult school at 135 credits. Staff said the change aligns with regional continuation schools and is intended to raise Sam Yero's graduation rate toward an 80% LCAP goal.
District staff presented an informational proposal to the Fairfield‑Suisun Unified Governing Board to adjust graduation credit requirements for Sam Yero Continuation School from 230 credits to 180 credits.
The staff presenter, identified in the meeting as the senior director of secondary education, described a three‑tier model: comprehensive high schools would remain at 230 credits; Sam Yero Continuation School would be set at 180 credits; and the adult school would remain at 135 credits. Staff said the model is intended to preserve rigor while creating a more attainable path to graduation for…
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